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Penrose RoomvsAdam's Mountain Cafe
Both establishments are praised by writers. Overall, Penrose Room ranks significantly better than Adam's Mountain Cafe. Penrose Room is ranked #1 in Colorado Springs with recommendations from 5 reviewers including Frommer's, Zagat and Gayot.
Penrose Room
Fodor's
Frommer's
Forbes Travel Guide
Gayot
Zagat
1 Lake Avenue, The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
From $50/night
Fodor's "Whatever number of courses you chose from the prix-fixe menu, you're guaranteed a memorable culinary experience." Full review
Frommer's "While the menu changes on a monthly basis, there's always a nice selection of shellfish and seafood, plus creative interpretations of Continental classics." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"Located within The Broadmoor is the sophisticated Five-Star Penrose Room, which offers a spectacular dining experience, set against the magnificent views of Colorado Springs and Cheyenne Mountain." Full review
Gayot "Classic fine dining with an extensive European wine list, live entertainment and dancing." Full review
Zagat4.5
"While the “heavenly” Continental prix fixe menu shows “modern” flair, the setting remains “old-fashioned in many (good) ways”." Full review
Adam's Mountain Cafe Fodor's Frommer's
Lonely Planet Frommer's
934 Manitou Ave, Ste 102, Manitou Springs, CO 80829-1889
From $0/night
Fodor's "Join the locals sitting at mismatched tables, viewing drawings by regional artists, and mingling at the community table." Full review
Frommer's "Not strictly vegetarian, Adam's Mountain Cafe is one of the best restaurants in the area for those seeking vegetarian or healthy, largely organic -- but not entirely meatless -- fare." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"In Manitou Springs, this slow-food cafe makes a lovely stop." Full review
Frommer's "The kitchen doesn't take any shortcuts, as everything is prepared fresh to order. The casual creekside atmosphere serves as an ideal platform for the artfully prepared food." Full review
